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Health Risk and Alcohol The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which published the study, estimated that 34,833 people in 2001 died from cirrhosis of the liver, cancer and other diseases linked to drinking too much beer, wine, and spirits. Another 40,933 died from car crashes and other mishaps caused by excessive alcohol use. This brings the total to over 75,000 deaths a year all related to alcohol use. A single-use, drinking to much or drinking over time alcohol has many effects on…

flu is a serious disease that cause illness, hospitalizations, and deaths every year in the United States” (CDC, 2016). The most effective way to prevent the spread of influenza is through vaccination “Some people, such as older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions, are at high risk for serious flu complications. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year” (CDC, 2016). The goal of community health nurse is primary prevention against influenza…

greatest risk factors for mortality. According to Center for Disease Control(CDC), smoking causes more deaths each year than all these four combined:human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), illegal drug use, alcohol use, motor vehicle injuries, and firearm related incidents. The goal of this paper…

Currently, there are three major concepts of healthcare delivery in the country, namely: a. Primary prevention is simply the prevention of the development of the disease. This concept includes health education, programs (like immunization, smoking cessation programs), and campaigns (Niles, 2015, p.…

According to Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2014), 1 in 5 women have experienced some form of violence in their lifetime by their partners (CDC, 2014). Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus, which weakens the immune system of the body and it cannot fight infections and eventually lead to acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) (advanced stage of HIV). One can transfer the virus sexually. HIV and IPV are interlinked (Campbell et al., 2008). According to Center…

But even if you are around someone who smokes, there are risks to you. Everyone can be exposed to secondhand smoke in public places where smoking is allowed, such as some restaurants, shopping centers, public transportation, or parks. Secondhand smoke causes lung cancer even in people who have never smoked. (The American Cancer Society medical and editorial content team 1) I am ending my speech with the emphasis that smoking cigarettes is dangerous…

risk factors. According to Center for Disease Control (2016), recommends that patients that require opiate therapy should be fully assessed for mental health conditions. Experts suggest that the opiate therapy is not the reason for addictive actions towards the pain management therapy. Patients that struggle with mental health related conditions such as depression and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder should have assessments to verify that their conditions are under control prior to eliciting…

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right to everyone over the age of eighteen in all fifty states,it additionally continues to cause disease, disability,and death in not just the United States but Licking County as well. Keeping and enforcing prevention plans in Licking County for tobacco use would not only benefits the people using tobacco but the ones around them as well. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(2014) the fact sheet presented “Health Effects of Cigarette Smoking”, “If you quit smoking,…

flawed. No matter what the condition of health, an individual can start to appreciate themselves as a developing and transforming person that let them change concerning a happier life and optimistic health. Wellness refers to loving self and taking control of life and most importantly, it is about making choices. In this paper, it will discuss the evaluation, risk factors, suggestions, and resources from websites to help improve the overall health. Initial Assessment In this assessment, an…